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RomaGaz — LPG Distributors

Safety centre

Gas is safe when you know the rules.

Simple, practical guidance for using, storing and installing LP gas at home and at work.

Emergency

Smell gas? Do this now.

  1. 1Don't switch anything on or off — no lights, plugs or phones near the leak.
  2. 2Put out any flames and close the cylinder valve if it's safe to reach.
  3. 3Open doors and windows to let the gas escape.
  4. 4Get everyone (and pets) outside, away from the area.
  5. 5Call us or a registered gas installer from outside. In an emergency, call 10177 or 112.
Call RomaGaz · 060 913 7857

Installation distances

Where can my cylinders go?

Outdoor cylinders need safe distances from openings, drains and anything that can spark.

1 m+2 m+5 m+1.5 m+1 m+

Tap a distance to learn the rule. Illustration on a stock photo — not to scale.

1 m+

Doors & windows

Cylinders must stand more than 1 metre sideways from doors and opening windows.

Always use a registered gas installer for new installations — they'll check your setup against SANS 10087 and issue a Certificate of Conformity (CoC).

Safety tips

Everyday gas safety

Tap a topic to read the essentials.

    • Keep windows open so your kitchen is well ventilated.
    • Keep plastic and anything flammable away from the flame.
    • Never leave cooking unattended — a pot can boil over, put out the flame and let gas escape.
    • Close the regulator valve when you're not using gas.

Leaks

Leak checks & common questions

  • Brush soapy water onto the connections between cylinder, regulator and hose, then open the valve. Growing bubbles mean a leak — close the valve and call us or a registered installer. Never use a flame to test for leaks.